Proxy Voting for New Parents Causes Division Among House Republicans
In a contentious debate over proxy voting for new parents in Congress, former President Trump has expressed his support, prompting significant fallout within the House GOP. Speaker Mike Johnson faces increasing pressure as several Republican representatives, including Anna Paulina Luna, have rebelled against his efforts to block the initiative. As discussions intensify, Luna has resigned from the House Freedom Caucus, citing a breakdown of mutual respect among members. This internal strife has led to the cancellation of votes on the House floor as members negotiate a path forward amidst a standoff. The issue has sparked a divide between traditional GOP values and newer, more progressive support for parental rights, with some Republicans aligning with Democrats to push for remote voting options. While Trump backs the idea, Johnson has labeled it unconstitutional, indicating a growing rift within the party.
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